Keto Egg Cups with Bacon & Cheese
These Keto Egg Cups are an easy, delicious low carb breakfast recipe that is perfect for grabbing on-the-go! Made with bacon, cheese, heavy cream, and veggies, they are baked in the oven using a muffin tin, so you can make these ahead of time in large batches and freeze for later.
How to make egg cups that are keto-friendly
Eggs are a popular keto breakfast option because they are healthy and quick to make! These keto egg muffins can be made in many different ways using any ingredients you like, such as peppers, ham, sausage, tomatoes, broccoli, or herbs. All you need is a muffin pan and a skillet!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- eggs – Of course! Eggs are the star of this show.
- Bacon – I’m pretty sure bacon makes everything better. In this recipe, the added crunch of bacon adds texture to the egg muffins and an added depth of flavor
- onion, green pepper, and spinach – Different veggies bring an added depth of flavor and nutrients. As mentioned before, you can vary the ingredients to your taste.
- Monterrey Jack & cheddar cheese – I always love to combine more than one kind of cheese, but you can use whatever you have on hand or your favorite combination.
- Worcestershire sauce, nutmeg, salt, and pepper – Don’t skimp on adding flavor with seasonings as it can make all the difference in the overall taste of a dish.
Step 1: Slice bacon into bite-sized pieces then fry in a skillet until golden brown. Reserve some of the bacon grease and saute the onion and green pepper over medium-high heat.
Step 2: In a medium-sized bowl, crack ten eggs then add heavy whipping cream, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, salt, and a dash of nutmeg. With a whisk, beat the eggs until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Step 3: Combine the green peppers, onion, chopped spinach, and ¾ of the crumbled bacon and spoon the mixture into greased muffin tins.
Step 4: Add the Monterey jack cheese first, followed by the cheddar cheese.
Step 5: Spray your muffin tin with cooking spray and pour the egg mixture evenly in each tin. Top with the ¼ reserved bacon. Then sprinkle parsley and red pepper flakes on top. Bake for approx 18-22 minutes or just until a knife comes out mostly clean. Make sure not to burn your egg muffin cups!
Egg muffin tips
- Use silicone or paper muffin liners or cupcake liners to bake egg cups in and minimize cleanup
- Fill your muffin tins to the rim since then will rise then fall as they cool
- Meal prep these in multiple batches and freeze for a make-ahead breakfast idea (see freezing tips below)
- Remove your egg cups right away as they will stick to the tin the longer they sit
- Do not leave out the heavy cream as it helps to keep the cups moist
- Shorten your baking time if you prefer eggs that are wet/runny
- Add your meat/veggies to each tin before adding your eggs to make sure the filling is evenly distributed.
How to store keto egg cups
Store your mini egg muffins in a sealed container in the fridge for 5-7 days. Reheat in the microwave for 15-30 seconds. Do not heat them too long, or they will dry out!
How to make these in advance and freeze
If you want to meal prep and make your egg cups in large batches, make sure your egg muffins fully cool first. Then wrap them individually in plastic wrap before placing them in a freezer bag or container. They should last for about six weeks properly sealed.
How to reheat your egg cups
I recommend defrosting your keto breakfast egg muffins overnight in the fridge before reheating them. This will help maintain their flavor and texture. Then warm them in the microwave for no longer than 30 seconds. Too long and you will end up with dry, rubbery eggs.
Try some bullet proof coffee to go with your breakfast!
Egg cup filling variations
These egg cups are easily customizable, so feel free to change the filling as needed. Here are some other ingredients you can add to your egg bites:
- thinly sliced mushrooms
- small broccoli florets
- other meats like ham, sausage or pork roll
- other cheese like gruyere, mozzarella, feta or gouda
- caramelized onions
- fresh herbs such as chives, thyme or parsley
- sriracha sauce, cayenne pepper or jalapenos for some heat
Other keto egg recipes:
Keto Breakfast Bake with Ham, Eggs and Cheese Recipe
Keto/Low Carb Breakfast Ideas Without Eggs!
Keto Crustless Quiche Recipe with Bacon & Cheese
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Recipe for keto bacon egg cups:
Keto Egg Cups with Bacon & Cheese
Ingredients
- 10 eggs
- 8 slices bacon
- ½ medium onion chopped
- ½ medium green pepper chopped
- 2 oz spinach finely chopped
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 ¾ cups cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup Monterey jack cheese
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- dash of nutmeg
- ½ tsp parsley for garnishing
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional*
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375° F.
- Slice bacon into bite-sized pieces, then fry in a skillet until golden brown. Set aside to drain fat.
- Reserve 1 tbsp of the bacon grease and saute the onion and green peppers over medium heat until they are soft. Set aside to drain on a paper towel.
- In a medium-sized bowl, crack 10 eggs, then add heavy whipping cream, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, salt, and a dash of nutmeg. With a whisk, beat the eggs until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Combine the green peppers, onion, chopped spinach, and ¾ of the crumbled bacon in another bowl and distribute the filling amongst the muffin tins.
- Add the Monterey jack cheese to each cup, followed by the cheddar.
- Distribute the egg mixture evenly amongst each muffin tin.
- Top each cup with your reserved bacon. Then sprinkle parsley and red pepper flakes on top. *Optional
- Bake for approx 18-22 minutes or just until a knife comes out mostly clean. Make sure not to burn. I take them out before they turn brown. If you like them, "wet" undercook them a few minutes.
- They will puff up with steam as they bake but sink a bit when you take them out of the oven. That's normal!
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Notes
Egg cup filling variations
These egg cups are easily customizable, so feel free to change the filling as needed. Here are some other ingredients you can add to your egg bites:- thinly sliced mushrooms
- small broccoli florets
- other meats like ham, sausage or pork roll
- other cheese like gruyere, mozzarella, feta or gouda
- caramelized onions
- fresh herbs such as chives, thyme or parsley
- sriracha sauce, cayenne pepper or jalapenos for some heat
Nutrition
How can I purchase already made bacon eggs cheese cups or muffins?
I’m not sure. You should probably check with restaurants local to you to see if anyone sells them. I don’t seel any premade food.
Would you eat just one of these for breakfast?
I follow hunger signals to indicate how much I eat of something. If I am satisfied after 3/4 of one that is all I eat. If I am still hungry after one, I’d eat a half of another one then evaluate if I was still hungry. If so, I’d eat the other half.
What size muffin are you using?
Regular sized muffin tins.
These are eggggggcellent! I’m not keto but I function better on a low carb diet.
I added mushrooms and zucchini to the mix 🙂
Not only are they delicious but they’re cute! Lol!
Haha! So glad you enjoyed them!
Absolutely delicious! I made them for a brunch and they were a hit with everyone. Silicone muffin cups are an essential for easy cleanups.
Perfect! Glad you enjoyed them.
How would you enter this into an app to track nutrition? They are delicious!!!!
I don’t personally use an app, but each one is different. I’d look for the instructions for the exact app you are using.
I tried making these and they came out great. I am on Keto and when I figured the net carbs they were 1.5 net carbs. Does this sound about right or am I calculating wrong?
Awesome! Glad you like them. Yes, your carb numbers are right. I calculated 1 net carb, so you are right there with your calculation.
Could you use eggs in a carton for this?
I’ve only made it as is with regular eggs and have never used eggs in a carton so I can’t say for sure from personal experience.
I actually used the carton eggs and it turned out fine.
These were divine. I added small broccoli florets and used half cheddar half Gouda! I really think the Gouda added another dimension. Will be making these again. Thank you. I didn’t have muffin tin used a regular pie pan and smaller one and they turned out fine so don’t worry if you don’t have muffin tin.
Fantastic! So glad you loved it. Your tweaks sound delish.